Cheesy Rotel Chicken Skillet

Description

This Cheesy Rotel Chicken Skillet is a creamy, comforting one-pan meal loaded with tender chicken, melted cheddar cheese, colorful bell peppers, and spicy Rotel tomatoes. It’s rich, savory, slightly smoky, and perfect for busy weeknights when you want something hearty and satisfying in under 30 minutes. Serve it with rice, tortilla chips, pasta, or warm tortillas for a complete meal.

Ingredients

• 2 chicken breasts, diced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 can Rotel tomatoes (drained slightly)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup heavy cream or milk
• Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add diced chicken and season with garlic powder, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until golden and fully cooked.
3. Add onions and bell peppers. Sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened.
4. Stir in the Rotel tomatoes and simmer for 3 minutes.
5. Pour in the cream or milk and mix well.
6. Sprinkle cheddar and mozzarella cheese over the skillet. Cover for 2–3 minutes until melted and bubbly.
7. Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley.
8. Serve hot with rice, tortillas, or crusty bread.

Tips

• Add jalapeños for extra spice.
• Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker version.
• Pepper jack cheese works great for more flavor.
• You can mix in cooked rice or pasta to make it even heartier.

Q/A

Q1: Can I make this dish ahead of time?

Yes! Store it in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat gently on the stove or microwave.

Q2: What can I serve with it?

Rice, tortilla chips, garlic bread, pasta, or mashed potatoes all pair well.

Q3: Can I use another protein?

Absolutely. Ground beef, shrimp, or turkey work perfectly.

Q4: Is Rotel spicy?

Rotel has mild heat, but you can choose mild or hot depending on your taste.

Q5: Can I freeze it?

Yes, but the cheese texture may change slightly after thawing.